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With its characteristic canals (UNESCO World Heritage) surrounded by narrow, low, and crooked 17th-century houses, Amsterdam is, undoubtedly, one of the most charming capital cities in Europe. The rich cultural life and a wide range of entertainment make Amsterdam a full-scale city which has managed to retain its small-town feel. With over 50 museums, of which many are famous across the globe, this city is a real treat for art lovers: highlights include the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and the Stedelijk Museum.

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De Wallen

Every visitor is aware of the existence of Amsterdam's red light district, locally referred to as De Wallen. Some head there straightaway while others prefer to walk around it — the choice is yours. The truth is, you will likely end up wandering through the area simply because of its location right in the city centre. The best way to get acquainted with the city's most notorious neighbourhood and discover its stories and secrets is by joining a walking tour. Follow your guide through winding cobblestone streets and narrow alleys as you learn the history behind Amsterdam's infamous adult destination. See, along the way, oddities like the world's first condom shop, the Museum of Prostitution, as well as little-known sculptures, and sex theatres.

Singel Flower Market

The Singel Flower Market is one of Amsterdam’s most colourful attractions. The small shops are located inside a row of floating barges — a holdover from the days when the flowers arrived in Amsterdam every day from the countryside by boat. At the flower market you’ll find tulips of every colour, either in bouquets or as bulbs to plant at home. If you plan to buy bulbs to take out of the country, be sure they have a "customs cleared" stamp on the packet so you won’t have trouble at the border.

Het Concertgebouw

Built in 1888, the Concertgebouw is a world-famous concert hall located in the city centre. Take a guided tour and discover some of the hidden areas of this magnificent building, such as the backstage and the attic above the Main Hall, while listening to some interesting anecdotes.

Nxt Museum

Nxt Museum pioneers Amsterdam’s digital art frontier, where immersive installations dissolve the lines between technology and human perception. Housed in a repurposed industrial space, it commissions large-scale works that interrogate AI, virtual worlds and machine-driven realities. Past exhibitions have explored themes like fluid identities in digital realms ("UFO—Unidentified Fluid Other"), the impact of surveillance tech ("Shifting Proximities"), and kinetic sculptures that react to human movement ("Life in a Different Resolution"). The museum’s ever-evolving programming, from pulsating data sculptures to algorithm-generated soundscapes, demands active participation, not passive viewing. Recent shows like "Still Processing" warp light and sound to challenge how we interpret visual information. Ideal for tech-curious visitors, though those craving traditional art might find it jarring.

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